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Anita is the kindest, most bubbly 5-year-old. She loves playing pretend, dolls, singing, swimming, and camping! Anita and her parents had to sell their camper when she began treatment. Her wish is to get a camper so they can return to exploring the world together—and they can’t wait!
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Spread the News! Tell your friends and neighbors that Mountain Peak Elementary is accepting kindergarteners for '26-'27 school year NOW! We cannot wait to welcome our little MUSTANGS!
Call for questions or help with registration!
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Save The Date
1/26- 1/30- Wish Week for MVHS
2/13- No School - Teacher Work Day
2/16- No School - Presidents' Day
2/18- Family Paint Night, 5:30 - 7pm
3/7 - Sweetheart Dance
Save The Date
1/19- No School - MLK Jr. Day
2/13- No School - Teacher Work Day
2/16- No School - Presidents' Day
2/24- Wish Week
SAVE THE DATE
1/8 - WISH WEEK SHIRT ORDERS DUE BY TONIGHT (see more info. below)
1/9 - PTO meeting tomorrow @ 8:30 am in the library
1/19- No School - MLK Day
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I hope this newsletter finds you well and that you are looking forward to making wonderful memories with your loved ones this holiday season. As we've neared Winter Break, our school has been filled with the festive spirit of the season!
Save The Date
12/1-12/31 - Krispy Kreme Fundraiser (see more info under PTO)
12/19 - No School - Teacher Work Day
12/22-1/5 - No School - Winter Break
Save The Date
12/1-12/31- Krispy Kreme Fundraiser (see more info under PTO)
12/11- Choir Concert Tonight, 6 pm
12/12 - GIFTCROWD- TEACHER GIFT DEADLINE TOMORROW
12/19- No School- Teacher Work Day
12/22-1/5 - No School- Winter Break
Upcoming Events
Parent Resources
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From safety and security to weather delays and transportation, the DCSD Parent's Guide has everything you need to know.
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The purpose of the SAC is to inform, encourage and provide opportunities for parent and community members to be involved in the planning and evaluation of the school’s instructional program and quality improvement processes.
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Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) is the main test used to assess the progress of our students and our school.
![Heritage PTO]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715102741/dcsdk12org/j96evacwrdndywzkj41x/PTCO.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715102741/dcsdk12org/j96evacwrdndywzkj41x/PTCO.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715102741/dcsdk12org/j96evacwrdndywzkj41x/PTCO.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715102741/dcsdk12org/j96evacwrdndywzkj41x/PTCO.png","width":1200}])
Our PTO plays an important role in your child’s experience at Heritage by connecting parents, teachers, and members of the community to support our students. We also coordinate fun events and conduct fundraisers which help fund important resources for our school.
![Elementary Progress Report]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1715110825/dcsdk12org/marvgbt86e8xxzgj3hu8/3_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1715110825/dcsdk12org/marvgbt86e8xxzgj3hu8/3_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1715110825/dcsdk12org/marvgbt86e8xxzgj3hu8/3_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1715110825/dcsdk12org/marvgbt86e8xxzgj3hu8/3_1.png","width":1200}])
Families can access their student's Elementary Progress Report (EPR) via the Engaged Parent Portal.
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Find Out More
about Literacy Curriculum Transparency (opens in new window/tab)
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There are so many fun and rewarding ways to get involved and make a difference through volunteering! Whether you have a few minutes or can dedicate more time, there's a perfect opportunity waiting for you.
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From bus routes to the bus pass SMART tag, learn all you need to know about transportation at DCSD.
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Our Spirit Wear Store is open now. Orders placed by July 28th will be ready for pick up at our Explorer Kick Off event on August 11th!